About this role
We are supporting a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a wide range of infrastructure, roads, earthworks, and utilities projects across the North of Scotland. They are seeking an experienced Sub Agent to join their team in Aberdeenshire, playing a key role in the delivery of high-quality projects.
You will support the Site Agent in managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant delivery. This role offers strong progression opportunities and involvement in diverse civil engineering works across the region.
As the Sub-Agent your duties will include but are not limited to:
- Assist with planning, coordination, and delivery of civil engineering projects.
- Oversee engineering teams, subcontractors, and site resources.
- Ensure all works meet safety, quality, environmental, and client standards.
- Review technical information, raise queries, and help drive value engineering.
- Monitor progress, maintain site records, and support commercial reporting.
- Build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners.
The successful applicant for this role will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience in a Sub Agent or Senior Engineer role within civils, utilities, or infrastructure.
- Strong understanding of site operations, construction methodologies, and temporary works.
- Proactive leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Competent with technical documentation, planning, and reporting.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across project sites.
For this role our client is offering:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Long-term opportunity within a respected regional contractor
- Involvement in varied and meaningful civil engineering projects
- Supportive team environment and genuine career development
if you would like to know more about this role, or to apply please contact Jamie Nicholson using the details provided, alternatively please click on the "apply now" link.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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Contract Type
Permanent
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Specialism
Construction & Property
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Working pattern
Full Time
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Job ref
Req/671922
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Expiry date
04 January 2026
Your consultant is
Jamie Nicholson
Principal Consultant
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Email
jamie.nicholson@search.co.uk -
Phone
+44 141 272 7736
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